I’m back in rehearsal for these two action-packed shows! Excited to once again be working with the wonderfully talented singer and actress Susannah Mars as we reprise “Oh, Those Gershwin Boys” at Cordiner Hall on the Whitman College Campus in Walla Walla, WA. And too, with acclaimed actor/singer and historian...

Finally! We were all together in Portland! With the help of technology, the new fundraising show “Oh, Those Gershwin Boy!” was put together even though everyone involved lives in different cities. It was a memorable month of performances, and our afternoon at Lewis & Clark College in Portland was especially...

George and Ira Gershwin have a collaborative history that crosses all musical divides, from popular, classical and jazz to film scores. What a perfect pair to build a show around! I have invited the fabulous Portland singer and actress, Susannah Mars to join me in this Gershwin Revue. And my friend Jack Moore, show builder...

My CD, Easy to Love, was recorded and mastered at Kung Fu Bakery Recording in Portland, Oregon with members of the Portland Chamber Orchestra. And what a time we had! Did you know the studio used to be both a bakery and a Kung Fu Studio, hence the name, Kung Fu Bakery.
The mixing process took nearly a week. It is a very...

Such an elegant event! The Kridel Ballroom was transformed into a 1940’s era supper club and the Who’s Who of Portland turned up for THE spring society event. Arlene Schnitzer certainly knows how to throw a gala fundraiser.
Harold and Arlene Schnitzer had heard this Cole Porter show the previous summer and loved...

What a wonderful introduction to my Cole Porter show and CD, Easy to Love. The interview took place in advance of a benefit concert in Portland, OR. With studio footage from sessions at Kung Fu Bakery, news reel clips of Cole Porter and interview segments… These 3min really fly!
The Video BELOW is a behind the scenes...

This is a fun and musically challenging program showcasing the music and lyrics of some of America’s best...

Gershwin Fundraising Gala

Create atmosphere with the music of Gershwin and you set the stage for a wildly successful fundraising event...

Small Venue Fundraiser

A Party with Betty Comden & Adolph Green is a bite-sized delight of comic timing and musical excellence...

In Rehearsal Now

"It's Better With a Baritone!" is the latest fundraising show! We have the show on its feet and have dates booked..

About Rocky Blumhagen

Through my performances, it is my intention to be a part of raising 1million dollars through the development and performance of small-venue cabarets, lush, fully orchestrated shows, and other musical entertainment tailored specifically to charity events. To date my performances have raised over to $700,000… A great start! What can I do for YOUR wonderful cause? ~ Rocky

Raves & Reviews

Easy to Love arrived today. And from the first notes of the first track, we were captivated. Remarkable!! Sinatra Sings the Select Cole Porter is no longer my favorite collection… Easy to Love is. Thanks so much for brightening a busy day!

David Gomberg

Your CD is awesome! I listened to it on the way to LC yesterday. There were two tracks left after I arrived, so I had to sit in the car just to hear the last two. Great job! I hope you submit this CD for Grammy considerations!

Brett Paschal

Rocky’s performance of An Evening of Cole Porter with the Walla Walla Symphony was fun, polished and simply delightful. Our near sold-out audience loved it and his performance brought them to their feet.

Leah Wilson-Velasco

This CD is a masterpiece… and will keep your ears glued to the speakers, your fingers and toes tapping to the beat and your heart craving more and more. This is entertainment personified with powerhouse arrangements, extremely well produced but above all, vocals that give you a lift to the heights of pleasure and satisfaction.

Arnold Capitanelli

You best submit this for a Grammy because you will win & I will vote for you! There are no words to describe the level of talent you show on this album. Everything from your performance to the band, the arrangement, the musicians, the engineer – All are SUPERB! It does not get better than this, ever! BRAVO!

Grant Taylor

Rocky’s evening of Cole Porter hit songs was polished, classy and heartfelt. His singing brought back an era of musical delights when popular songs were truly works of art. What a fun concert it was!!

Ed Dixon - Manager, WW Symphony

It’s “easy to love” this CD! Blumhagen renders these classic tunes with tenderness and contemporary sass. Listen to it in the car: you’ll feel the luscious arrangements wrap around you like a mink stole, and go to straight to your head like a martini without the alcohol!

Rachel Kayhan

I have to tell you, I shared your web site with a first friend – she was reminded of all her favorites – her dad was an opera singer in Yugoslavia and in Cole Porter’s era. Of course, we share Bocelli, Frangoulis and Blumhagen… All rich, sensual voices!

Jan Robinson

It was so wonderful to hear your beautiful voice and to watch you perform – I was mesmerized by how present you were, and how you sang from the depths of your soul.

Colleen

Your Cole Porter CD arrived but a week or so ago and it was worth the wait. The love and appreciation of his genius shines through in your arrangements and interpretation of his tmeless work. Your voice to me incorporates the best of Anthony Newly and Michael Feinstein. the cover art reflects the taste and sophistication of the composer you honor. Well done my friend and thanks for sending it along!

Noah Griffin - The Cole Porter Society

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Rocky Blumhagen

Thank you for visiting my new website!
I am appreciative of all the talented people who have made may career and this website possible. Please continue to visit for new shows, rehearsal updates and performance dates. Feel free to call or email via the Contact Page. I look forward to hearing from you ~ Rocky

A Special Thank You to the wonderful photographers & videographers who have captured these performances. Credits & links appear on most pages.